What is Pravastatin?
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Pravastatin is an antilipemic agent, also known as a statin drug. With dietary therapy it is used for primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular events and to decrease LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels and increase the HDL cholesterol level.
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How do members experience Pravastatin?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| High cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia) | 209 | 39 | |
| Hyperlipidemia | 45 | 25 | |
| Transient ischemic attack | 12 | 0 | |
| Chronic kidney disease | 10 | 1 | |
| Increased lipids in blood (hyperlipidemia) | 10 | 1 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Muscle pain | 4 | |
| Muscle and joint pain | 3 | |
| Dry mouth | 2 | |
| Joint stiffness | 2 | |
| Pain | 2 | |
| Balance problems | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 12 | |
| Moderate | 9 | |
| Mild | 18 | |
| None | 111 |
Member evaluations
Glenn Govednik
evaluated on May 10, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for high cholesterol: Slight
- Side effects: None
Glenn Govednik
evaluated on May 10, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for high cholesterol: Slight
- Side effects: None
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